Gadheibalanda - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Gadheibalanda is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 100 km from Sundargarh. Balanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadheibalanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadheibalanda is 384576. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 770031 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gadheibalanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadheibalanda
As per Census 2011, Gadheibalanda village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 236 males and 244 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadheibalanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 236 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 180 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 153 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 83 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Gadheibalanda
Gadheibalanda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gadheibalanda
Gadheibalanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gadheibalanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Gadheibalanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gadheibalanda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadheibalanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadheibalanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadheibalanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadheibalanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadheibalanda
Where is Gadheibalanda located?
Gadheibalanda village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadheibalanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadheibalanda is Balanda.
What is the pincode of Gadheibalanda?
The pincode of Gadheibalanda is 770031.
What is the population of Gadheibalanda?
Gadheibalanda has a total population of 480, including 236 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Gadheibalanda?
There are 103 households in Gadheibalanda.
What is the literacy rate in Gadheibalanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadheibalanda is 57.71%. Male literacy is 64.83% and female literacy is 50.82%.